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Lincoln Zephyr Reflection Concept First Look: One Beautiful Sedan
There’s no denying that Lincoln is in a better place than it’s been in years. The Navigator and Aviator have taken the American luxury brand in a bold, distinctive direction. There’s no reason the Lincoln Continental couldn’t have distilled this down into a similar experience, but as you’re probably aware, the Continental never managed to get the formula exactly right. But lest you think that Lincoln simply didn’t have it in itself to craft that sort of swaggering, desirable sedan that could stand out in a way the Continental couldn’t, the Lincoln Zephyr Reflection “preview car” is here to set the record straight in Shanghai. See all 50 photos If you think “preview car” sounds like PR doublespeak for a concept car that ̷...
Chris Evans Has the Best Response to Lizzo’s Drunk DM
Lizzo was feeling bold as hell to shoot her shot by sliding into Chris Evans’ DMs while drunk, and Captain America is here to save her from being left on read. On Saturday (April 17), Lizzo advised her TikTok followers “don’t drink and DM, kids” after revealing she did exactly that with Evans on Instagram, when she sent a series of emojis — wind, female athlete and a basketball — indicating she had apparently tried “shooting her shot” at exactly 5:22 p.m. She explained the situation by mouthing the voiceover audio, “The reason I’m upset about this one is because I know I’m not going to be able to marry him. And honestly, it hurts me to the core, because da–, papa, he a rare breed! No comparing!” At the ...
This Year I’m Going to Use More and More of These Refillable Beauty Products
How do you recycle your beauty empties? For those who have attempted to discard used mascara tubes, plastic applicators and old eyeshadow palettes, you’ll know there’s no simple answer. Most beauty packaging ends up on the rubbish tip, and back in 2018, a report by Zero Waste Week found that the beauty industry produces a shocking 142 billion pieces of packaging each year. As beauty lovers continually become more conscious about the environment, it was only a matter of time before brands started to take notice and, most importantly, improve their sustainable options. Refillable beauty products—with packaging that can be used more than once—has become one answer to the beauty industry’s waste issue. It’s certainly not going to solve all problems overnight, but is a small step tha...
This Is the Best Skincare Routine For Acne, According to a Dermatologist
It will come as no surprise to learn that I’ve always loved beauty products. As soon as I hit secondary school I’d spend my pocket money on magazines—Bliss, J-17, CosmoGirl, I’d buy them all—because I was totally obsessed with the beauty pages inside, especially the skincare tips. You see, when you’re dealing with acne as a teenager you become somewhat preoccupied with your complexion, and I was a teen on an acne-busting mission. Of course, being the early noughties, there wasn’t the plethora of online information that there is now so I relied on magazines to educate me on which products would rid my skin of spots—and that meant a heck of a lot of Clearasil. Despite a lot of promising marketing jargon, nothing really worked. As a teena...
I Think M&S Has Truly Amazing Shoes Right Now
Marks and Spencers can often be overlooked in fashion circles, however in my opinion you just can’t beat it when you’re looking for classic, quality pieces that will last in your wardrobe and don’t cost a fortune. There are certain areas that M&S really excels at—Percy Pigs, cashmere jumpers, bras and knickers and shoes. You might not think that the high street giant would be known for its shoe department, but its flats and sandals always manage to be comfortable and stylish. This isn’t where I’d turn for a statement shoe or a party heel, but it has an amazing collection of summer sandals and loafers. These are shoes to see you through long weekend plans and multiple laps of the park. They have all the classics covered, such as elegant leath...
How to Shop Vintage Jeans, According to an Expert
Secondhand shopping has never been more popular, and vintage jeans are one of the biggest categories people are searching for. According to the Business of Fashion, “Before the pandemic hit, the resale market was on track to double from $24 billion in 2019 to $51 billion by 2024… This growth may very well accelerate.” Overall, retro items are clearly in demand, but there’s something about denim which attracts people even more. It shouldn’t be surprising. This year is all about denim, and the most in-demand styles are based around vintage silhouettes. But it’s more than that. According to Vestiaire Collective, “Our category of vintage jeans are significantly increasing +278% of sales and +254% of deposits compared to last year.”...
These 6 Influencers Always Repeat Their Outfits, and That’s Why We Love Them
It’s hard to remember a time when everything you mused, liked and—let’s face it—ate, wasn’t documented on social media. And the effects have certainly been felt where our wardrobes are concerned. For many, posing for an outfit photograph has become part of their daily routines. Some have carved impressive careers from doing so, but at what cost? As it turns out, a financial one. Our obsession with showcasing our clothes has developed into a culture of excess, where many would choose buy new than be seen in the same dress for a second or third time. Don’t take our word for it—just look at the facts. Carrying out a study in 18,000 households across 20 countries, Movinga asked participants to estimate the percentage of unworn clothes they have in their wardrobes. On av...
I’ve Been a Stylist for 27 Years—I Recommend These Items to Everyone
Roz Kaur is the latest fashion follow that continuously piques my sartorial interest. She has a unique sense of personal style and posts a range of outfits on her Instagram account that are forward and inspiring. She also happens to be 54 years old and has worked in the industry for 27 years as a stylist (currently at Anthropologie). To her, styling is an art form, and she loves experimenting with clothes and using them as an extension of who she is on the inside. “To me, great style is all about the juxtaposition,” she said. “It’s about interesting layering and proportions.” On that note, I thought there could be interest in uncovering the pieces she personally loves to wear as well as those she loves styling on her clients. For reference,...
10 Easy Ways You Can Make Your Wardrobe a Little More Sustainable
“Vivienne Westwood said it best: ‘Buy less, choose well, make it last,’ and I believe in this. Choose pieces that you absolutely love and ones you know you’ll keep forever. It’s also important to think, ‘Repair before you replace.’ Small rips, holes and missing buttons can easily be fixed. Make friends with your cobbler. Quality shoes can be worn for many seasons with a small investment in maintenance. Also, never throw clothing away. Clothing that is placed in regular garbage is either incinerated or ends up in a landfill. If you don’t wear something anymore, it can always make somebody else happy. If it can’t be worn anymore, it can be recycled. In every Sézane Appartement, there is a collection point called La Grande Collecte (the Gr...
The Only Perfume That Matters If You Want to Smell Rich and Unbothered
No one asked, but here’s a fun fact about me: I’m low-key fragrance-obsessed. Spritzing scents has been a steadfast component of my beauty routine since then-iconic body sprays from Victoria’s Secret (two words: Love Spell) entered my world in the early 2000s. My goal back then? To smell as cool as Britney, Christina, and the members of Destiny’s Child. My taste has changed a lot over the last couple of decades, but to this day, I’m still dedicated to cloaking myself in any of the dozens of perfumes in my collection. My fragrance end game now? To smell rich. And I’m talking Oprah-level rich. Let me explain. As a deeply imaginative person who regularly visualises future versions of myself, I often use moments of stillness to ...
10 Products I Used in My Teens That I Still Swear By at 31
Ahh, 2005. I was 16 and living through the golden era of emo rock. Teenage angst was the order of the day, and it was very much reflected in the contents of my makeup bag and wardrobe. Thankfully this was before the days when everyone had a camera phone, so there’s little evidence of my style choices from that time in my life. Any Smirnoff Ice–fuelled moments that were snapped on a friend’s four-megapixel camera were definitely not of a high-enough quality to print as a keepsake and now reside in digital heaven after MySpace lost all content uploaded before 2016 (RIP). Even so, the memories of my makeup bag from that time remain as vivid as ever—likely because it was the first time in my life that I had truly experimented with beauty. Sure, I’d dabbled in orange-toned con...
11 Nail Polish Brands That Deliver Salon-Grade Manicures
Unsurprisingly, varnish sales have soared over the last 12 months, and painting our nails has become something of a cathartic pastime. Although our efforts cannot and will never compare to that of a professional, what we have discovered over the past year is that not all nail polish brands are created equal. Having inadvertently tried just about every nail polish brand out there between us, we’ve come to realise that some formulations really are superior, higher price points don’t always mean better quality, and chipping shouldn’t come standard. As always, we like to keep things positive, so instead of giving space to the brands that didn’t live up to our expectations, we’re spotlighting the brands that surpassed them. From ...
